Need a spot to get some fresh air? Want to relax and give your eyes a reprieve from the computer for a few minutes? Try relaxing in the sunshine with a good read on your break or meet a colleague for a picnic table lunch in our garden space at 221 Whitney Avenue. The Human Resources (HR) Green...
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Data-Enabled/Informed Decision Making pilot course offered to HR&A staff
June 7, 2019
The OESD team is taking nominations to participate in the upcoming pilot session of Data-Enabled/Informed Decision Making, a new Professional Development offering, designed to provide entry and mid-level M&P staff with the insights and motivation to make quality data analysis a vital part of...
HR&A Staff members show their team spirit during Yale's first Staff Spirit Week
June 7, 2019
Yale’s first Staff Spirit Week took place from June 3 to June 7, and HR&A staff celebrated by participating in activities across campus. From team breakfasts, to book drives, to ice cream outings, and more, teams came together to have some fun and show their spirit! Don’t forget—...
Spring has sprung across Yale campus
June 7, 2019
Spring is here and it’s a wonderful opportunity to spend some time enjoying Yale’s beautiful outdoor spaces! Whether going for an afternoon walk or having your lunch at a nearby outdoor spot, we encourage you to take a moment away from your desk when possible to experience the beautiful...
Staff Spotlight: Lisa Maloney, communications officer, Internal Communications
June 7, 2019
Q: Tell us about your career path at Yale University.
A: Before Yale, I worked as a marketing and tradeshow manager at BIC Sport in Milford. After being laid off, a co-worker’s wife (Donna Alchimio—who still works for the University today!) suggested...
Ask Janet! June 2019
June 7, 2019
Q: The C&T summer training program is a great opportunity for clerical and technical staff to learn and grow their skills. Outside of Lynda.com, are there currently any training opportunities available to M&P staff? How should staff members (both C&T and M&P) go about...
Spring cleaning and activities at Yale Housing
June 7, 2019
This spring, Yale Housing has been busy cultivating their green thumbs in the community garden, and cleaning house at the annual Spring Salvage program and Whitehall Yard Sale.
The fifth annual Whitehall Yard Sale took place on Friday, May 17. Nice weather and strong resident participation...Yale Day of Service 2019 - Think globally. Act locally.
May 3, 2019
On Saturday, May 11, thousands of members of the Yale community from around the world will come together to serve their local communities in honor of the 11th annual Yale Day of Service, a global event dedicated to empowering alumni, their family, friends, and neighbors to make a difference....
PowerPoint Design and Best Practices workshop offered to HR&A staff
May 3, 2019
Join Rob DeSanto, senior digital communications officer, Internal Communications, for an informative discussion on PowerPoint design and best practices. During this session, Rob will explain why high-quality PowerPoint design is important and demonstrate how to create effective and impactful...
Steep discounts on amusement and theme park admission through Yale Advantages
May 3, 2019
Summer is quickly approaching and whether your summer fun plans include a one-day excursion to a local amusement park, or a full family vacation to Disney, Yale Advantages has you covered!
Did you know? … Yale Advantages offers employee savings of up to 40% off on...
Staff Spotlight - Terry Reese, OESD support specialist
May 3, 2019
Terry Reese’s story is one of perseverance, resolve, and triumph. Terry recently celebrated her 20th anniversary with Yale and the road that led her to where she is today was lined with twists, turns, and obstacles.
Terry was born in New Haven, the youngest of five children, raised by a...
5th Annual Yale Housing Children's Carnival - May 4, 2019
May 3, 2019
On Saturday, May 4, from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m., Yale Housing will hold the 5th annual Children’s Carnival at the Whitehall Apartments. The event will feature a food, games, a bounce house, giant slide, face painting, balloon twisting, and more!
Tickets can be purchased at the Yale...
Take Me Out to the Ballgame
April 8, 2019
Warmer weather means picture perfect days at the ballpark. Gather your friends and head to see you favorite MLB team at home or catch them on the road. Save 10% on MLB tickets and VIP packages at Premium Seats USA when you use...
Chris Brown to Receive United Way of Greater New Haven Community Champion Award
April 8, 2019
Chris Brown, director, New Haven Hiring Initiative, has undoubtedly made his mark on Yale University and the New Haven community over the past decade and his efforts have not gone unnoticed. On Tuesday, April 25, Chris will be honored with the 2019 United Way of Greater New Haven Community Champion...
2019 Summer Camp & Programs Fair Success
April 8, 2019
On Tuesday, March 7, over 60 individuals from the Yale community, including faculty, staff, and student parents, attended the eighth annual Summer Camp & Programs Fair to to meet representatives and pick up information from a wide array of summer day camps and programs in the Greater New Haven...
Who's Your Valentine Photo Submission Gallery
March 8, 2019
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Who’s Your Valentine photo submission contest. All entries were entered in a random prize drawing and the lucky winner is…
Joanna Lopez of Police Operations! Congratulations, Joanna! ...
OESD Staff Recognized as Accessibility Heroes
March 8, 2019
Travis Holyfield, Deni Cifuentes and Stephanie Gosteli, of the Organizational Effectiveness and Staff Development (OESD) training team, were recently recognized as “Accessibility Heroes” for their work on web accessibility.
As stated in the...
Staff Spotlight - Hidden Talents
March 8, 2019
Kalisha Fitzpatrick, Events Coordinator, Internal Communications & Cupcake Baker Extraordinaire One might say that the art of creating scrumptious sweets was ‘baked’ right into Kalisha Fitzpatrick’s genetic makeup. Following in her grandmother’s footsteps, she first discovered her passion for...
Assembling a Personal Go-Bag for an Emergency
March 8, 2019
Are you prepared for an emergency? Do you have blankets and a spare jacket in your car in the winter? Do you have personal items to get you through a couple days if you’re stranded at work or away from home? If you answered NO to any of these questions, you should consider planning ahead. The...
Ask Janet
March 8, 2019
Vice President for Human Resources & Administration, Janet Lindner invites you to share questions about work, work/life, and challenges you’ve faced in your career, or ask for advice regarding managing or working with others at Yale....
HR&A Grand Entrance Song List
February 8, 2019
Word on the Street
“If you could choose just one song to play every time you walked into a room for the rest of your life, what would it be?”
Here’s how your HR&A colleagues answered:
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New eLearning opportunity for you!
February 8, 2019
In response to feedback from supervisors and staff who do not have access to a quiet space for eLearning, the Learning Center now offers staff a dedicated drop-in learning space with computer access and some assistance to log into...
What's happening around Yale and New Haven - February 2019
February 8, 2019
Upcoming events and learning opportunities Sunday, February 10: Yale Housing Fair Yale Housing Office will be hosting its fifth annual Housing Fair on Sunday, February 10, 2019...
Ask Janet! January 2019
January 11, 2019
Q: This month, I received a number of questions about how Yale’s benefits compare to other employers, and there was particular interest in parental leave. A: I’m pleased to say that Yale is one of the best employers in terms of benefits for staff. For those of us...
Internship Season Kick Off
January 11, 2019
On Thursday, January 3, over 220 New Haven Promise Scholars met with staff representing 25 Yale departments at the sixth Annual New Haven Promise Internship & Career Fair. The students from New Haven met with Yale hiring managers to discuss their skill...
DAY and YVN Winter Social
January 11, 2019
Join DiversAbility at Yale (DAY) and Yale Veterans Network (YVN) for a great opportunity to meet new friends, socialize, and network on January 29, from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. at Kroon Hall. Enjoy appetizers and cocktails. We will also be selling raffle tickets with proceeds benefitting Columbus House...
Staff Spotlight - Ron Lipkins, Director, HRISS
January 11, 2019
“Continue to evolve constantly—let today be the day you give up who you’ve been for who you can become.”
Ron Lipkins uses these words to describe his view on life and his belief that life evolves has helped shape his personal and professional path.
Ron describes his upbringing as one of...
Staff Spotlight - Frank Squeglia
December 13, 2018
When Security Systems Specialist Frank Squeglia reflects on his 15-year career at Yale and the path that led him here, he can’t help but feel like this is where he was meant to be all along. As the son of a general contractor, Frank thought he would follow in his father’s footsteps and carry on the...
HR Staff members receive LKL Award
December 13, 2018
HR Staffing and Career Development’s Celestina Gentile and the Office of Diversity and Inclusion’s Marinda Monfilston were part of a team to receive the 2018 Linda Lorimer Award for Distinguished Service.
Seeking to advance diversity and inclusion at Yale, this team of five...
2019 Workplace Survey theme - Contest
December 13, 2018
The next Workplace Survey will go live in early November, 2019. The Workplace Survey team is looking for help coming up with the survey theme. Some of the past Workplace survey themes include: New Conversations, New Culture Continue the Conversation, Change the Culture Let Your Voice Be Heard Be...